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ROVE Ultimate User Manual

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U S E R M A N U A L
U S E R M A N U A L
Please Read
Input Voltage
Universal Kit,
Suitable for Cars,
Voltage Cut-Off
Constant Power
Includes 4x2
DC12V/24V
Compatible with
Vans, Truck
to Prevent
Supply
Types Fuse & Piggy
most Dashcam
And Buses
Battery Drain
Back Fuse Cables
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  • Page 1 U S E R M A N U A L U S E R M A N U A L Please Read Input Voltage Universal Kit, Suitable for Cars, Voltage Cut-Off Constant Power Includes 4x2 DC12V/24V Compatible with Vans, Truck to Prevent Supply Types Fuse &...
  • Page 2 Response in just 6 hours Email Us help@rovedashcam.com For faster response text us Text Us 1 (401) 484-ROVE(7683) Scan the Code to Email us Scan the Code to Text us help@rovedashcam.com 1 (401) 484-ROVE(7683) Just Scan the QR Code with your iPhone or Android’s...
  • Page 3 BATTERY DRAIN PROTECTION STARTING AT 5V 2A 11.8V 12.0V 12.2V 12.4V 23.6V 24.0V 24.4V 24.8V www.rovedashcam.com Understanding ROVE Ultimate 3-Lead Hardwire Kit Watch HOW-TO INSTALL to learn & understand all the features so you can get the maximum benefit out of it.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    INDE What Is Hardwire Kit? ............ Features ................Low Voltage Protec�on ..........Over current/Surge Protec�on ........Universal Compa�bility ..........Mul� Input Power DC 12v/24v ........Specifica�ons ..............Universal Compa�bility Chart ........Warnings ................Handling & Precau�ons ..........In The Box .................

  • Page 5: What Is Hardwire Kit

    OVER CURRENT/SURGE PROTECTION The ROVE Ul�mate 3-Lead Hardwire Kit can detect abnormal over voltage status and cut off power to prevent any damage to your dashcam. Addi�onally, the ROVE Hardwire Kit has built-in extra fuse box (2A) to have extra protec�on.

  • Page 6: Universal Compa�Bility

    UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - With Mini USB Dash Cams The ROVE Ul�mate 3-Lead Hardwire Kit is compa�ble with all ROVE Dash Cams and also compa�ble with most other dash cameras available in the market that has a mini USB power connector.

  • Page 7: Universal Compa�Bility Chart

    UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY CHART The Camera With Connec�on Parking Guard Func�on Will Method While Driving While Parked Constant Power Normal Record In INPUT Ground Con�nuous Parking Guard 12V/24V 2A 3-LEAD HARDWIRE KIT POWER FOR 24-HR AUTO TRIGGER PARKING MONITOR FOR 24-HR AUTO TRIGGER PARKING MONITOR Designed to work with any Dash Cam OUTPUT BATTERY DRAIN PROTECTION STARTING AT...

  • Page 8: Warnings

    WARNINGS WARNING Failure to comply with safety warnings and precau�ons can result in serious injury or death. BEFORE YOU BEGIN - We recommend that this type of HARD WIRE KIT installa�on should be performed by a qualified individual or professional business only. Working with your vehicle's power system can be dangerous to both you and your vehicle’s safety.
  • Page 9 Do NOT drop, puncture or disassemble this product. Keep out of reach of children. Do NOT try to open or repair it yourself. If the accessories, or the device has any problems, then contact the seller for assistance. Secure the device well with included cable �es to make sure it is not loose or fall down.
  • Page 10 30V Voltage Meter ROVE Ul�mate To check and find ACC Power 3-Lead Hirdwire Kit & Constant Power Fuse 4 x 2 Piggy Back Fuse Taps/Cable 4 x 2 Fuse Type You will only need two Pre-Installed for you on out of included 8...

  • Page 11: Ba�Ery Drain Protec�On

    The Hardwire Kit will protect your dashcam from draining your vehicle’s ba�ery. If ba�ery voltage gets too low, ROVE Hardwire Kit will stop powering your camera to save enough power, so you can start your car for the next �me.

  • Page 12: Installa�On

    There are 2 main stages in the hardwire kit installa�on. Connec�ng input cables to your fuse box and grounding. Connec�ng output cable to your dashcam. Red : Constant Power YELLOW : ACC Power BLACK: A�ach to the Grounding WHAT YOU’LL NEED FOR INSTALLATION Hardwiring Kit and Accessories Pliers Socket Wrench...

  • Page 13: In The Box

    LOCATE YOUR FUSE BOX Locate your fuse box using your Fuse Box Diagram. This informa�on can usually be found in your vehicle’s Owner’s User Manual or from your manufacturer’s website. Fuse box is located behid this panel. (Example Shown: Honda Civic) NOTE: To Determine the location of your vehicle’s fuse box refer to the vehicle owner’s manual.

  • Page 14: Find The Correct Fuse Slot For Your Hardwire Kit

    FIND THE CORRECT FUSE SLOT FOR YOUR HARDWIRE KIT The next thing to do is to understand which fuse slot to use. You will need to find two fuse slots to be used in this step. A fuse Slot that provides constant power (RED wire will go here) A Fuse Slot that only provides power when you turn your key to ACC posi�on (YELLOW wire will go here)
  • Page 15 For ROVE Ul�mate 3-lead hardwiring kit, there are 3 wires that need to be connected: RED Wire A�aches to the Constant Power Fuse Slot (Always Hot - means this fuse always provides power even when your car key is locked and turned off).

  • Page 16: Iden�Fy The Correct Type Of Fuse For Your Car

    IDENTIFY THE CORRECT TYPE OF FUSE FOR YOUR CAR Now, once you have iden�fied which fuse slots you need to use, let’s find out the type of Add-A-Fuse / Piggy-Back Fuse Tap to use for your car’s model. As you can see in the below pictures, there are mainly four types of fuse used for American cars.

  • Page 17: Insert Red, Yellow & Black Cables

    INSERT RED, YELLOW & BLACK CABLES Now lets connect and then the RED & Yellow Wires securely with piggyback fuse-taps using a crimp tool or a pair of pliers. Connect the hard wire with Add-A-Fuse Crimp the Add-A-Fuse to secure the connec�on Fig: Crimp the fuse taps with Red &...
  • Page 18 Fig: Add-A-Fuse / Piggyback Fuse Tap Now simply insert the piggyback fuse tap into the previously iden�fied Fuse Slots. RED Constant Power INPUT BLACK Ground 12V/24V 2A 3-LEAD HARDWIRE KIT POWER FOR 24-HR AUTO TRIGGER PARKING MONITOR FOR 24-HR AUTO TRIGGER PARKING MONITOR Designed to work with any Dash Cam OUTPUT BATTERY DRAIN PROTECTION STARTING AT...

  • Page 19: Loca�Ng A Ground Point

    LOCATING A GROUND POINT Now, let’s connect the BLACK Wire to the Grounding Screw or Bolt. Bad Grounding Choice (Screw on Plas�c) GOOD GROUNDING CHOICE (Screw on Metal Chassis) NOTE: See the picture above for reference. We recommend that you choose the metal Chassis Grounding Screw, or it may cause your dash cam to not function properly and restart/reboot when power does not flow properly.

  • Page 20: Tucking Up And Rou�Ng The Cables Neatly

    TUCKING UP AND ROUTING THE CABLES NEATLY Now, let’s test the dash cam. Once you have hooked up all three wires (Red, Yellow and Black) to proper posi�ons, plug the Mini-USB cable into the camera and then start your vehicle to test the dash cam and parking mode.

  • Page 21: A Big Thank You

    Thank you for purchasing your ROVE Ul�mate 3-Lead Hardwire Kit. We hope you find your Hardwire Kit useful and fun to use. If you are having difficul�es se�ng up this hardwire kit, please email us at help@rovedashcam.com. 99% of all setup problems can easily be resolved and should be able to get you up and running in no �me.
  • Page 22 www.rovedashcam.com...

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